Boundaries, Part 2

The Bible uses the phrase “unfailing love” 32 times. Not once is it attributed to humans. It would be wise for us to consider our own imperfect love as we continue this week on the topic of boundaries. In the book, Boundaries in Marriage, Henry Cloud and John Townsend discuss 10 “Laws of Boundaries.” They are likened to gravity in that we don’t have to acknowledge them or even “believe in them,” but nonetheless, they are in effect. I think it wise to educate ourselves, so that we will recognize them when they are in play and take responsibility for protecting our marriage, our spouse, and ourselves. Now doesn’t that sound good? You BET it is!!

Music for today's show:
Love Takes Time by Mariah Carey
A New Day Has Come by Celine Dion

Boondocks

Did you ever use your life history as an excuse for your current behavior? Hey, don’t lie to me, not for a second. I’ve done it. You’ve done it, but there comes a time to “mature up.” Even if, from the bottom of our hearts, we believe our “reasons” for being as we are, we’ve got to admit, they are mighty convenient. God’s plan for us includes big backwoods ponds of freedom. It doesn’t matter where you are from or what your story is, God has written a bigger, truer story for you that is your destiny. If you want all He has for you, then you have to get into agreement with God about his plans for you. Why not decide it’s time to learn a little more, in order to step boldly into all that you are to become?

Music for Today's Show:

Boondocks by Little Big Town
I Got A Name by Jim Croce


As mentioned on today's show:
The Sacred Romance
By: Brent Curtis & John Eldredge
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Lisa and Chris' dogs

Every time I look into the eyes of my little dogs, I think that I can see a little of God’s loving nature. The love in their eyes is so sweet. When we walk out into the world, is that same sweetness showing in our own eyes? We may not be fuzzy or quite as cute as little pups, but we are more precious to our Father. Let’s fill up on His love so we can light up our corner of the world. Thanks God for all the reminders of your presence, and especially little puppies!

Resisting Temptation

What is so bad about being tempted? Well, temptation can lead to sin, or missing the mark. That doesn’t sound too bad so far, but sometimes we pay a very high price for failing to carefully assess our trajectory. Listen in today for motivation to nip in the bud our human tendency to court temptation. God has an offer for you and it’s one with strings. Maintaining a life line to our Creator is not only the source of ultimate peace, but supplies the wisdom and power we need to resist temptation!

Music for today's show:
Lyin' Eyes By the Eagles,
Shackles By Mary Mary

Flirting with Temptation!

There are lots of tempting things in this world: money, food, gossip, sex, power… What tempts you? None of us has a perfect record. Even Jesus, himself, was tempted. If we know that we have a weak area, what do we do to change that? Do we guard ourselves by protecting our hearts? Flirting with temptation is like standing with our toes over the edge of a cliff. If we fall, the price may be very high.

Music for today's show:
Careless Whisper By George Michael
Criminal By Fiona Apple

Inspiration

When was the last time you felt truly inspired? Hopefully, the answer is today, or better yet, right now! If not, what will you do about it? There are many ways to stir the embers of our hearts. It is from an inspired heart and mind that beauty flows. I always think of artists such as Michelangelo when I think of inspiration.

Michelangelo said: “Many believe, and I believe, that I have been designated for this work by God.”

Have you found your place in this world? A little inspiration can help!

Music for today's show:
The Prayer, Celine Dion & Andrea Bocelli
Dream a Dream Charlotte Church & Billy Gilman